Anatomy and Physiology
What is the largest artery in the body?
What is the aorta?
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
What is an ECG or EKG?
What is an electrocardiogram, a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart?
What class of drugs is commonly prescribed to lower cholesterol?
What are statins?
What diet is recommended for heart health and includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins
What is the Mediterranean diet?
Name the two upper chambers of the heart.
What are the atria?
What condition is characterized by the narrowing of the arteries due to plaque buildup?
What is atherosclerosis?
What imaging technique uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart?
What are surgical procedure involve bypassing blocked coronary arteries?
What is coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)?
What regular physical activity is recommended to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease?
What is at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week?
What is the function of the sinoatrial (SA) node?
What is the natural pacemaker of the heart?
Name the disease where the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick.
What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
What involves running on a treadmill or riding a stationary bike while monitoring heart function?
What is a stress test?
Name the medication that helps to thin the blood and prevent clots?
What is an anticoagulant?
Name the common risk factor for cardiovascular diseases that can be controlled by diet and exercise.
What is obesity?
Define cardiac output.
What is the volume of blood pumped by the heart per minute?
What is the term for high blood pressure?
What is hypertension?
What is the procedure called where a catheter is used to visualize the coronary arteries?
What is coronary angiography?
What is a pacemaker?
What is a device that helps regulate abnormal heart rhythms?
What is the term for the cessation of smoking to improve heart health?
What is the term for the blood vessels that supply the heart muscle with oxygen-rich blood?
What are the coronary arteries?
What is congestive heart failure?
What is the inability of the heart to pump sufficient blood to meet the body's needs?
Name the blood test used to diagnose a heart attack.
What lifestyle changes are recommended for managing cardiovascular diseases?
What is a healthy diet, regular exercise, quitting smoking, and reducing alcohol consumption?
What is the importance of regular health screenings in preventing cardiovascular diseases?